Decorating a baby's room: useful tips and inspiring ideas
8 min.
During your pregnancy
April 17, 2025
The key take-aways:
- Choose calm and soft colours
Soft and neutral colours create a relaxed atmosphere in which your baby will feel safe and secure.
- Think about practical layout and safety
Make sure the layout is comfortable and practical and take safety measures such as sturdy furniture and safe sockets.
- Make it personal
Give the baby's room a unique look by adding personal details such as homemade decorations or photos.
Creating the ideal baby's room
The arrival of your baby is a wonderful moment, and decorating the baby's room is an important part of it. Perhaps you already have a clear idea of what the room should look like, or maybe you are still looking for inspiration. Either way, it is important that the baby's room is a pleasant and practical place where your child can sleep, play and grow. With smart tips and creative ideas, you can easily furnish a cosy and functional room for your baby.
Calm colours for a relaxed atmosphere
The use of colour largely determines the atmosphere of your baby's room. It is wise to choose calm, soft colours such as pastels, neutral or earth tones. Soft colours create a relaxed atmosphere in which your child feels secure and safe. You do not necessarily have to use traditional colours such as blue or pink. Neutral colours such as beige, mint green, light grey or cream offer flexibility and suit every style. Would you still like to add a striking accent? Then do so with accessories such as cushions, a lamp or wall decorations.
Smart room layout
A practical layout for your baby's room makes caring for your child easier and provides extra comfort. For example, do not place the crib directly next to a heater or window to prevent draughts and large temperature fluctuations. Make sure your changing table offers enough space for all care products, nappies and clothing. Place a comfortable chair or armchair in the room so that you can feed or comfort your baby in a relaxed manner. Also make sure there is enough space to move around in the room, even at night when you may still be a little sleepy.
Safety in the baby's room
Your child's safety is of course always paramount. When furnishing your baby's room, there are a few important things to consider. Choose a sturdy, approved cot with bars that are not too far apart. Make sure that your child cannot reach loose cords or cables from the bed, such as those for curtains or lamps. Secure furniture such as a changing table or cupboard firmly to the wall to prevent tipping over as soon as your child starts to crawl and climb. Also consider safe electrical sockets and use corner protectors for sharp furniture.
Inspiration for furniture and accessories
There is a huge choice of furniture and accessories for a baby's room. This can make it difficult to determine what you really need. A comfortable cot, sturdy changing table and sufficient storage space form the basis. Would you like to add some atmosphere? Then a beautiful rug, decorative baskets and wall shelves are perfect. Soft lighting, such as a mood light or night light, makes the room extra cosy and helps your child to settle down at night. Decorations such as wall stickers, personal photos or paintings give the baby's room a unique look.
Sustainable and practical furnishings
Choosing furniture and accessories that grow with your child not only saves you money, but also makes for a more sustainable choice. For example, invest in a changing table that you can later convert into a regular chest of drawers, or choose an adjustable cot that can later be transformed into a toddler bed. Multifunctional furniture such as storage benches or modular cupboards are also practical and sustainable. Also choose natural and environmentally friendly materials as much as possible, such as wood or organic fabrics, to create a healthy living environment for your child.
Add a personal touch
Your baby's room will be extra special if you add a personal touch. For example, hang a homemade mobile above the crib or decorate the room with personal mementos such as a photo, birth announcement card or handmade cuddly toy. You can also be creative with wall decorations: consider painting a mural or putting up some beautiful wall stickers. By personalising the room, you not only create a unique space for your child, but also make it a nice and warm place for you to enjoy together.
Get your baby's room ready in time
Don't wait too long to decorate the baby's room. Ideally, the room should be completely ready one month before your due date, so that you can calmly get used to the new space and easily make any small adjustments. This will give you peace of mind and help you relax as you look forward to the arrival of your child. Have fun decorating this special place, where you will soon be making wonderful memories!
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